Data Security Lead-Hybrid @ Newark, NJ - Need Locals Only

Title Data Security Lead

Location-Hybrid @ Newark, NJ - Need Locals Only

Duration Contract

Skills Needed: Hands on experience with tools such as SIEM, EDR/XDR, UEBA; Data Loss Prevention; Splunk

Preferred Certifications:

• GIAC
• Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA)
• GIAC Cloud Forensics Responder (GCFR)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Insider Threat Program Manager (CITPM)
• AWS Security Specialty

New opportunity supporting specific functions in the Insider Threat team (part of the overall Info Sec organization); additional details will be added as received them from the client

Team of Data Security Leads to collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, and tech leads to strengthen our organization s data security posture. You will oversee quality control of data security technical controls. In addition to expertise and experience in data security, you will bring excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills. You will champion agile methodologies, demonstrate strong business acumen, foster an inclusive leadership style, and maintain a continuous learning mindset in all aspects of your work.

Key Tasks and Focus Areas

• Conduct regular quality control assessments of data security controls across cloud and on-premise platforms.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of technical security controls in protecting sensitive data.
• Identify gaps or weaknesses in implemented security controls and recommend corrective actions.
• Verify that security controls comply with business/corporate function requirements, organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with platform owners and technical teams to ensure proper configuration and maintenance of data security controls.
• Document findings from quality control reviews and track remediation efforts.
• Develop and maintain checklists and procedures for quality control processes related to data security.
• Monitor platform updates and changes to ensure ongoing compliance and effectiveness of security controls.
• Support audits by providing evidence of quality control over security controls.
• Provide feedback and training to technical teams on best practices for data security controls.
• Stay informed about new threats and vulnerabilities affecting technical platforms and adjust quality control processes accordingly.
• Report quality control outcomes, relevant metrics, and identified risks to management and stakeholders.

The Skills & Expertise You Bring

• Bachelor of Computer Science or Engineering or experience in related fields
• Knowledge of business concepts tools and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business
• Ability to learn new skills and knowledge on an on-going basis through self-initiative and tackling challenges
• Analytical problem solving, communication and collaboration skills
• Expertise in cloud and on-premise data security controls
• Proficiency in conducting quality control assessments
• Strong risk assessment and mitigation skills
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements
• Experience with Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cloud Access Service Broker (CASB), and Data Security Posture Management (DSPM).

Regards,

Sai Srikar

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